How to Induce a Fever

Fever is a natural defense mechanism of the human body. An increase in body temperature can help eliminate harmful viruses and bacteria, and even aids in regulating metabolism and hormones. Inducing a fever at home can be risky, so it’s important to proceed with caution if you choose to do so. You might also consider raising your body temperature without actually inducing a fever, as this can provide similar health benefits without the associated risks. If your body temperature reaches 40.6°C, you risk heatstroke and damage to vital proteins.

Consult with a doctor. If you decide to induce a fever, the first thing you should do is consult with a healthcare professional. Make an appointment with your doctor and ask about the process. Your doctor will advise you on the benefits and potential risks of artificially inducing a fever and suggest alternative options. Some medications can cause fever as a side effect, although this is generally considered an allergic-like reaction.

• Vaccines such as those for diphtheria or tetanus can induce fever.
• Medications that enhance metabolism or activate immune responses can also cause fever and other symptoms.
• Doctors may opt for Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG), a tuberculosis vaccine, for this purpose.
• If your doctor advises against inducing a fever, you should follow their advice. Never attempt to induce a fever against medical recommendations.

Using a therapeutic sauna or heat room. Find a medical center or alternative medicine facility that offers heat therapy. These establishments often feature infrared saunas, also known as heat rooms. You will follow the center's instructions when using the equipment to induce a fever. Typically, you will be guided to warm up your body internally before using the equipment. You may be advised to drink ginger tea or take ginger and cayenne pepper pills.

• Before entering the equipment, remove your clothes and apply a herbal mixture to your skin, often containing ginger.
• Wrap yourself in a towel and step into the sauna. A typical therapy session lasts 60 minutes, but if no adverse reactions occur, it can extend up to 2-3 hours.
• Drink water throughout the session, especially during longer sessions.
• If you don’t sweat within the first 10 minutes or experience adverse reactions, the session will end early.
• After a successful session, you will take a warm or cool shower to close your pores.

Reduce the intake of fever-reducing medications. While debates over the potential benefits of fevers continue, some doctors recommend limiting the use of fever-reducing medications like aspirin. By doing so, you allow a mild fever to occur naturally, which can trigger the body's immune response.

• Endogenous pyrogens will travel to the brain and stimulate an increase in body temperature.
• Muscles may also contract rapidly in response to stimulation, generating heat. Nerves can cause peripheral blood vessels to constrict, reducing heat dissipation to the environment.
• Body tissues may break down to generate heat.
• The sensation of cold can encourage you to add extra layers of clothing or drink hot beverages, further raising body temperature.

Preparing a Schlenz bath at home. Also known as a “hot bath,” this method has been practiced for centuries and works by stimulating the body's immune response. While you can have a Schlenz bath at a center, the process is simple enough to do at home. Before entering the bath, drink 1-2 cups of hot herbal tea such as ginger tea, lemon-mint tea, spicy peppermint tea, burnet or chamomile. If your heart is not in good condition, add a few drops of Crataegisan to the tea to reduce potential risks from hot water bathing.

• Fill the bathtub with hot water, maintaining the temperature around 36-37°C.
• Submerge your entire body in the bath. If your whole body isn't covered, bend your knees to allow the water to reach your head. Ensure that your mouth and nose remain above the water surface for easy breathing.
• Do not allow the water to cool down during the bath. Add more hot water as needed to maintain the heat. Aim for a temperature of 38°C each time you add more water.
• Soak for about 30 minutes. Ask someone to help you out of the tub if you feel weak or dizzy when getting out.

Try other forms of bath therapy. In addition to the Schlenz bath, there are other hot water bathing techniques that can be used to induce a fever. One method, thought to have anti-cancer effects, involves immersing yourself in hot water at a bearable temperature without discomfort. Be careful not to burn yourself. Add 1 kg of Epsom salt to the water. Immerse your body as much as possible. Soak for 20-25 minutes, adding hot water as needed to maintain stable heat. Drink ginger tea to warm up your body from the inside while soaking to heat it from the outside.

• Be cautious when stepping out of the bath. If you feel dizzy, ask someone for assistance.
• Allow your body to dry naturally instead of using a towel to pat it dry.
• Place a plastic sheet on the bed to prevent wetting the sheets. Lie down and cover yourself with as many blankets as you can.
• Remain in this position for 3-8 hours. You will sweat profusely and should stay in bed until the fever subsides.
• Typically, the fever will subside after 6-8 hours.
• You can repeat this process weekly for 6-8 weeks.

Practice G-Tummo meditation. A form of meditation associated with Tibetan monks, often cited as a method for raising body temperature and potentially inducing a fever. Scientific studies have shown that G-Tummo meditation can increase body temperature to a mild or moderate fever. The rise in temperature has been observed during the Forceful Breath stage of the meditation, with the duration of the temperature increase seeming to depend on the neuro-cognitive aspects of the meditation (visualization meditation).

• Find a trained expert and ask them to guide you through the practice.
• The Forceful Breath technique can be practiced at home to help regulate body temperature.
• This breathing technique involves inhaling clean air, then exhaling about 85% of that air. The breath takes the shape of a vase in the lower abdominal region.
• This breathing can be combined with visualization techniques, such as imagining flames rising along your spine.

Exercise to raise body temperature. Vigorous physical activities and exercises will help increase body temperature. Intense exercise on hot days or wearing many layers of clothing will make it harder for your body to cool down and will raise body temperature. Your body temperature may rise by a few degrees. Be cautious during exercise to avoid heat-related conditions, including heat cramps and heat exhaustion.

• Athletes, such as wrestlers, often wear multiple layers of clothing, including plastic bags, and engage in cardio exercises like running or weight lifting. They also use saunas in these outfits to increase body temperature, lose water weight, and detoxify their bodies.
• Make sure to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
• Pay attention to heat-related symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and vision problems.
• If any of these symptoms occur, stop exercising immediately, cool down your body, and rest.

Eat brown rice. Eating brown rice with every meal, or at least every dinner, can help increase body temperature within a few days. As a complex carbohydrate, brown rice presents a challenge for the digestive system. The body must work harder during digestion, which generates heat from within. Note that other whole grains like quinoa and buckwheat also have similar effects.

Eat ice cream. A daily serving of ice cream can gradually raise body temperature over a few weeks. The sudden cold forces the body to warm up to prevent hypothermia. Additionally, foods containing fat, protein, and carbohydrates will raise body temperature during digestion.

• Fats move slowly through the digestive system, forcing the body to heat up as it works harder.

Add cayenne pepper to your meals. Sprinkle ¼ teaspoon (1.25g) of cayenne pepper powder into your daily dishes. If the spice level is too much for you in one go, you can divide it into smaller portions throughout your meals. Cayenne peppers contain a unique compound called capsaicin, which causes an initial warming sensation when eaten. However, this is not what raises your body temperature.

• The body's digestive process when handling capsaicin is the actual cause of the increase in body heat.
• Although it's not certain, other peppers like jalapeno and habanero might have a similar effect.

Consume more coconut oil. Coconut oil is a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) fat that helps raise body temperature and boosts metabolism. MCTs are known for enhancing metabolic rate and supporting weight loss. Unlike regular fat that gets stored, it gets converted into energy, thus helping increase body heat. This may be beneficial for those with thyroid issues. Additionally, coconut oil has antiviral properties and can help regulate blood sugar levels in diabetic individuals.

Increase your intake of peanuts. Peanuts are rich in protein and fatty acids. They also contain niacin, a vitamin B responsible for cellular respiration and metabolism. When niacin enters the body, it can elevate body temperature. Peanuts also have antioxidant properties that may improve circulatory system function.

Incorporate ginger into your diet. Consuming a piece of fresh ginger, roughly the size of your thumb, can rapidly raise your body temperature. If you're not fond of eating ginger, you can brew it into tea by boiling a piece in water for 5-10 minutes. Ginger stimulates digestive activity, which in turn increases body heat.

• Other root vegetables might also help. If you don't like ginger, try eating carrots, beets, or sweet potatoes.

• Before attempting any home remedies, it's essential to consult your doctor, especially if you have any underlying health conditions that affect your heart, digestive system, or immune system, before intentionally inducing a fever.